Privileged User (PU) Analyst SETA

Privileged User (PU) Analyst SETA

Job ID: 2613893

Location: Chantilly, VA, United States

Date Posted: Jun 22, 2026

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Systems Engineer and Technical Advisor (SETA) to function as a Privileged User (PU) Analyst (SETA) to ensure secure access control practices, compliance with organizational policies, and adherence to governance standards surrounding privileged accounts for mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will leverage their skills in privileged access management (PAM), inspection readiness, and risk evaluation, while staying aligned with RMF requirements and NIST SP 800-53 security controls.

The PU Analyst will partner with technical teams, system administrators, and cybersecurity officials to manage account configurations, enforce least-privilege principles, and maintain robust audit and inspection processes. Certification in Security+ is required to demonstrate a fundamental understanding of security practices critical to this role.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will provide:

Privileged Account Governance and Access Control

• Provide oversight of privileged account management in compliance with Zero Trust architecture principles and organizational security policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for identifying, documenting, and securing privileged accounts across various platforms.
• Ensure adherence to least-privilege access standards by performing routine account reviews and validating permissions for compliance.
• Proactively identify and remediate gaps in privileged access security frameworks.

Compliance and Inspection Readiness

• Prepare privileged account compliance artifacts in accordance with RMF, NIST SP 800-53 controls, and applicable organizational requirements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of privileged user inspection procedures to proactively address compliance vulnerabilities.
• Lead audit readiness efforts by tracking access activity, coordinating cross-team efforts, and documenting inspection results.

Risk Mitigation and Security Enhancements

• Oversee privileged user activity monitoring, ensuring privileged accounts adhere to best practices and remain compliant with security parameters.
• Identify and assess security risks associated with privileged access, providing recommendations to reduce attack surfaces.
• Work with ISSOs and cybersecurity teams to design and implement solutions that mitigate risks to critical systems.

Stakeholder Engagement and Training

• Collaborate with system administrators, cybersecurity engineers, and leadership to guide decision-making on access controls and policy enforcement.
• Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) for tools related to privileged account tracking and workflows.
• Train privileged users on access policies, security responsibilities, and proper account usage to reduce risk.

Qualifications

• TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors in STeM and five (5) years or more experience; Masters in STEM and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience.
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must possess and maintain a Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with current Poly.
• Proven experience implementing and managing Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems and privileged account governance.
• Familiarity with Operating Systems Administration (Windows Server/Desktop and Linux platforms) to manage and secure privileged accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of RMF processes and NIST standards (800-53, 800-63, etc.) related to access control and cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated expertise in endpoint protection, vulnerability assessment, and system hardening.
• Proficiency with tracking tools and platforms for privileged user monitoring and reporting.
• Must have CompTIA Security+ .
• Additional certifications in the cyber security field (such as CISM, CISSP, or CAP) are highly desirable.
• ITIL certification is a plus, but not required.
• PMP is a plus, but not required.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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